The midterm elections loom in the not-too-distant future, and questions on U.S. electoral systems are as pervasive as ever.

COLLEGE BASEBALL Harrison Ailshie (East Rowan) has been throwing 93-94 mph in UNC fall scrimmages, so there’s a very real chance he’ll be a two-play player for the Tar Heels. […] ...

A China-based manufacturing facility has settled on a location for its U.S. operation. The Landis location will be the company’s first in the country. The news was received […] ...

An untreated wastewater discharge occurred on Oct. 3 into a tributary connected to Second Creek in Rockwell. Approximately 2,024 gallons of wastewater spilled near 403 Briarcliff Road in […] ...

The halls were filled with visitors waiting to sign in, and when the guest register had been checked, 176 attendees were ...

Isaiah Foxx’s 76-yard touchdown pass to DJ Jeter lifted Salisbury to an 18-17 win against East Rowan in a South Piedmont Conference game. It was […] ...

A big crowd gathered at South Rowan on Friday and got to watch softball star Leisha Carter honored as homecoming queen, while linebacker Mason Overcash was crowned as […] ...

Last week, members of the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office VICE/Narcotics Unit were patrolling in the area of Statesville Boulevard on Sept. 28 when detectives observed something unusual — a black […] ...

SALISBURY — Catawba’s defense made three interceptions, including a game-clincher by Jaylen Hinton, as the Indians beat ...

As North Carolina and the nation enter the final stretch of the 2026 midterm campaign, President Donald Trump continues to see his approval ratings underwater in the state. […] ...

SALISBURY — Food Lion Feeds and the Carolina Hurricanes are bringing hockey and hunger relief together to help nourish children and families in towns and cities across North Carolina through […] ...

Instead of spring cleaning, it’s time for some fall purging. Oct. 5-9 is Spruce Up Week in Salisbury. During Spruce Up Week, City of Salisbury residents can place items at […] ...